Class I Musconetcong River, NJ

The Musconetcong River, nestled in the heart of the distinctive New Jersey Highlands region, features a remarkably diverse array of natural and cultural resources. The limestone geologic features present in the river corridor are unique in the region, and the steep slopes and forested ridges in the upper segments of the river corridor stand in stark contrast with the historic hamlets, pastures and rolling agricultural lands at the middle and lower end of the river valley.

The river corridor provides a high-quality environment for a wide variety of recreational activities which are important to the local economy. State, county, and local parklands within the river corridor provide significant opportunities for hiking, fishing, canoeing, camping, nature study, and other outdoor activities.

The river is also an important source of boating recreation (primarily paddlecraft). The most frequently paddled sections of the river are between Beattystown and Bloomsbury. There is little or no intrusive power boating in the Musconetcong River, as the river is normally too shallow for power boating.

The Musconetcong is one of the most popular trout fishing streams in New Jersey and the surrounding region. The river and its tributaries are regionally important trout fishing streams. Approximately 20 of the tributary streams support naturally reproducing trout populations.

 

For More Information Visit:

Musconetcong River - rivers.gov